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K16 JSM

1997 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,698 mi
Last recorded6,698 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 JSM
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 6,698 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 6,694 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 6,307 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 6,271 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 5,271 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 5,191 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 4,949 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 4,412 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 4,406 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 4,232 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 3,978 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 3,707 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 3,361 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 2,290 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 1,708 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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K16 JSM is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K16 JSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K16 JSM registered?

K16 JSM is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is K16 JSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 JSM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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